The internet is a vast network that connects millions of computers together. It has revolutionized how we share information together. It has taken great strides from its humble beginnings in the library to the information super highway it is today.
Its amazing growth does come at a small price. As we incorporate the World Wide Web more into our lives we become more dependent to it. We use the internet more in the work we play. We rely on the internet for instant information we need. We... Read Full Story
If you learn your information has been stolen or compromised, whether through a data breach, dumpster diver or a lost or stolen wallet, you're not only at risk for identity theft -but you could easily land in jail! You know the importance of safeguarding your information to prevent an identity theft, as best you can, but do you know the importance of reporting stolen information , including a lost or stolen wallet, to the police? It's important to take proactive measures to lessen the impact... Read Full Story
Text-heavy Web sites boast bulk listings of personal information on sale for
a few hundred dollars a bundle. These sites operate beneath the surface, hidden
where the average Web surfer would never look. And for a quick transaction
online, a criminal can buy your good name and certain identification numbers
that goes along with it. This could result in debt that will affect your credit
and take you hours, weeks or even years to clean up.
LifeLock is helping people fight back against these... Read Full Story
Want to hear something scary? No? Well, I’m going to tell you anyway. A new study came out today stating that 85 percent of businesses in the U.S. experienced at least one data breach in the past 12 months, in line with 2008 findings when 84 percent of businesses experienced a breach.
I’m not here to [...] Read Full Story
The FTC recently announced a six month reprieve on the original compliance date for the new identity theft "Red Flags Rule". The Rules mandate financial institutions and "creditors" set up and enforce written plans for identifying "red flag" transactions that could indicate identity theft or fraud. The law became effective January 1, 2008, and enforcement and full compliance was to be met by November 1, 2008. Ultimately, since the FTC's meaning of "creditors" is so broadly defined, many... Read Full Story
You may be fully conscious and aware of how important it is to safeguard your personal information, and stored business data, from hackers and identity thieves, but are you aware of the the significance of making sure thieves don't infiltrate your business and steal ( or become ) one of your employees? Yes that's right, your employees! Popular tactics used by criminal identity theft rings today involve getting inside your business, one way or another . If you won't hire the scammer -they... Read Full Story
This story falls under my re-established category “The Time Should Fit The Crime.”
When the economy has sunk to its lowest low (at least in my lifetime), it disturbs me deeply that identity theft criminals are targeting those that are simply trying desperately to get back on their feet. Imagine the job-seeker that has been [...] Read Full Story
IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
FOR THE DISTRICT OF NEW JERSEY
TRENTON DIVISION
ALICIA COOPER, on behalf of
herself and all others similarly
situated,
Plaintiff,
vs.
HEARTLAND PAYMENT
SYSTEMS, INC.,
Defendant.
:
Civil Action No. ____________________
CLASS ACTION
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
____________________________________:
COMPLAINT
Plaintiff Alicia Cooper (”Plaintiff”), on behalf of herself and all others
similarly situated, by and through her attorneys, allege as follows... Read Full Story
As a long-time advocate who encourages consumer education, and corporate responsibility I support and respect companies and organizations who take an active role in educating consumers on the risks of identity theft and/or consumer protection rights. However, having said that, I feel compelled to comment on a recent Angie's List article about LifeLock. The article now appears to have spurred on at least one competitor to blog about it -and if history is a predictor of the future, soon more... Read Full Story
By Laura Wilson , Information-Security-Resources.com Corporate Liability Editor. Laura is a business consultant and an advocate for information security, consumer protection, long-term shareholder value, and better management decisions. Her specialty is finding and fixing risks and threats to sensitive data. Her experience includes international banking, credit card, and mortgage companies, venture capital portfolio companies, and software and technology providers. She practiced law in... Read Full Story
